Instructor - Communication jobs in Illinois

Teach Communication and related courses and duties listed below.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

• In cooperation with other instructors concerned, prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the Division Chair or appropriate Administrator for review.
• Teach classes assigned by the Division Chair and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the college.
• In cooperation with other instructors concerned, prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Division Chair for review.
• File with the librarian a bibliography of library books to be used in each course.
• Prepare for the annual budget requests for instructional equipment and materials including maps, books, audio-visual aids, and other supplies and submit these requests to the Division Chair for recommendation.
• Prepare requests for the purchase of new library books and materials as needed and submit these requests to the Division Chair for review.
• Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Dean of Admission Services.
• Attend division meetings called by the Division Chair and faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
• Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
• Cooperate in the promotion of extra curricular activities by accepting reasonable assignments and encouraging student participation.
• Serve on such committees for the betterment of the college as may be established by the administration and faculty.
• Assist in registration as needed.
• Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or problem solving when necessary, seek additional help from other college services when appropriate.
• Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies, and programs of the college and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the college.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
• Advise students assigned by student services.
• Demonstrate commitment to the teaching/learning process.
• Focus upon student recruitment, retention and success.
• Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.
• Show an understanding of the community college philosophy including its unique ties to the workforce and its district.
• Work as a team member.
• Participate in development activities and maintain current perspectives in class presentations.
• Engage in activities aimed at promotion and development of educational programs, Humanities Division, and Lake Land College.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education: Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Communication Studies, Speech, or Speech Communication Experience: Teaching experience in Speech and/or Communication Studies preferred
Knowledge: Curriculum development, community college philosophy and population, Illinois Articulation Initiative, and teaching a wide range of speech communication courses.
Skills: Strong command of the English language, competency with multi-media technology, teaching ability
Personal: Versatility, positive attitude, enthusiasm, self-initiative,
Physical: Vision, Hearing, Ability to perform general responsibilities in the classroom, willing to travel within the college district and to attend state meetings